Ingredients
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
– 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– Fresh basil leaves, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating Balsamic Baked Chicken Breast with Mozzarella Cheese is simple. Just follow these easy steps:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare Baking Dish: Lightly grease a baking dish with cooking spray or olive oil.
3. Season Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in the dish. Drizzle with olive oil.
4. Add Garlic and Seasonings: Sprinkle minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper over the chicken.
5. Pour Balsamic Vinegar: Drizzle the balsamic vinegar evenly over the chicken breasts.
6. Bake Chicken: Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.
7. Add Mozzarella: Remove the foil and top each chicken breast with shredded mozzarella cheese.
8. Bake Again: Return the dish to the oven and bake uncovered for another 10-15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Rest and Garnish: Once done, let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired.
These steps make this incredible dish not just easy to follow but also a joy to prepare.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 40g